Committee recommends changing government’s processes but stops short of calling for binding parliamentary vote
that he was “firmly” against giving parliament a veto power but supported more transparency.
This should include “a statement of compliance with international law and advice as to the legality of an operation”. It said section 61 of the constitution – where the governor general gives effect to a decision based on advice of the government – would be better than using the defence minister’s powers under section 8 of the Defence Act.
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